Tanaka TPB-400GX User's Manual
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1. PREMIUM PERSONAL TRANSPORTATION VEHICLES TPB 350GX TPB 400GX Gas Powerboards Owners Manual PLEASE BE SAFE WHEN RIDING ALWAYS WEAR A HELMET AND OBEY ALL LAWS Tanaka America 1028 4 St S W Auburn WA 98001 Phone 253 333 1200 Fax 253 333 1212 Email custsvc tanaka ism com www tanaka usa com IMPORTANT PLEASE READ THIS BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT READ THIS FIRST Z WARNING This product does not conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Standards and is not intended for operation on public streets roads or highways Serious injury or death can result from the unsafe operation of this product Operator can minimize these risks by using certain safety equipment such as safety helmet goggles gloves elbow and kneepads and appropriate footwear DO NOT operate this product in traffic on wet frozen oily or unpaved surfaces or under the influence of drugs and or alcohol Avoid uneven surfaces potholes surface cracks and obstacles This product is recommended for riders 16 YEARS OF AGE and older SAFETY A gt gt gt e BP gt Persons without excellent vision balance coordination reflexes muscle and bone strength and good decision making capabilities should not use this product Pregnant persons should not use this product Operator only This product is not designed to carry passengers Doing so will create a hazardous situation and will damage unit Never attempt to tow or pull anything2. with this product Any individual should never operate this product until they have completely read and understood the contents of the owner s manual High speeds jumps and trick manoeuvres are dangerous and could result in loss of control and accidents Use caution when exiting driveways or from between parked cars Stop at all signs or controlled intersections Page 2 SAFETY Cont A A Never ride on pedestrian sidewalks Being seen is very important Brightly colored clothing and safety gear can increase visibility Familiarize yourself with the powerboard Take turns slowly and provide plenty of stopping distance Ride very cautiously until you become familiar with the handling of the powerboard Stand firm but relaxed Keep weight between the wheels Don t stand too close to the front or lean too far back Shift your weight to the rear when applying brakes and lean toward the front when accelerating Keep feet apart for more stability Learn to adjust your center of gravity to maintain stability Practice this at a safe slow speed until you are comfortable with this action Be aware of everything around you when you ride Hazards vary by area Ride in areas that you know well until you are comfortable with operation Consider noise while you are riding as it may dilute your ability to hear hazards such as automobiles Do not wear headphones while operating a powerboard Minors should not use this produc
3. EO EEA RAAS 10 AGIUSUNG he Pead UNI irizon aa a 11 PGIUSUNG INE BEIS aaria dace 11 12 Maintenance SCMOGUNG iis eee cite cess ee eee ec eis cis Twa cities SSck bees ecm tenses Seeks ese 12 Warranty INTONMAUOMN 2 cvsos die escet sel helusesetot a A 13 14 Page 4 Getting to Know your Tanaka Powerboard Before operating your Tanaka Powerboard please get acquainted with all of the features Powerboard Features Throttle Lever Brake Lever Disc Brake 2 Stroke Engine Folding Handle Kickstand Head Unit Deck Brake Calliper Rear Friction Foot Brake Kill Switch Belt Pulley Belt Cover Handle Bar Tube Page 5 Engine Features Recoil Starter Gas Tank Gas Cap Choke Lever Carburetor Carburetor Cover Muffler Muffler Cover Spark Plug 10 Primer Bulb TPB 400GX only Sle eS NS GETTING STARTED Folding Handle Set Up Instructions To unfold the powerboard begin by pressing down on the FOLDING HANDLE with one hand Fig 3 while gently pulling up on the handlebars with the other Fig 4 Fully extend the handlebars to their upright position until you feel the mechanism lock into place Fig 5 When you first take the powerboard out of the box the BRAKE LEVER and ACCELERATOR LEVER will be in the down position for shipping Using the provided Allen Wrench loosen the tension bolt and adjust the levers to a comfortable position Fig 6 Then tighten the bolt BE CAREFUL NOT TO DISCONNECT THE CABLES You are n
4. R LIABILITIES ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OBLIGATIONS OR LIABILITIES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD AS STATED PREVIOUSLY ANY ACTION FOR BREACH OF ANY WARRANTY HEREUNDER INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY MUST BE BROUGHT WITHIN A PERIOD OF SIX MONTHS FROM THE END OF THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the previously stated limitations may not apply to you No agent representative dealer or employee of Tanaka or International Sales amp Marketing Inc has the authority to increase or alter the obligations of this warranty IF THE PRODUCT IS USED IN A COMMERCIAL OR COMPETITIVE ENDEAVOR TANAKA WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR GENERAL DAMAGES INCLUDING BODILY INJURIES EXCEPT AS SET FORTH ABOVE OR FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF USE LOSS OF PROFITS LOSS OF PRODUCTION EXPENSE OF SUBSTITUTE EQUIPMENT OR OTHER COMMERCIAL LOSS OR DAMAGE THE SAME LIMITATIONS SHALL APPLY TO A PRODUCT USED FOR CONSUMER PURPOSES WITH RESPECT TO ALL NON PERSONAL INJURY GENERAL INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental of consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may als
5. a jamb nut intended to hold the adjustment nut in place 3 Loosen the lower nut 3 4 turns fig 14 4 Tighten the top adjuster nut to the desired amount and then re tighten the lower jamb nut A DO NOT over tighten as it will make it difficult to steer and may damage the bearings ADJUSTING THE BELTS The belts will come adjusted from the factory However it may be necessary to adjust the pulleys from time to time The belts must be well aligned onto the pulleys otherwise they may start to rub and chafe which will result in shortened belt life How tight should the belt be a If the belt is skipping or jumping on the pulley teeth this is too loose and may be harmful a If the belt is making a humming sound when the wheel is turning this is too tight and may cause the belt to snap continued on next page Page 11 ADJUSTING THE BELTS con t 1 The correct tension is achieved when the total up and down play of the small clutch belt is approximately 72 and the larger drive belt is approximately 1 2 Adjusting the belts a Turn the two belt tension bolts located on the outside of the drive belt frame plates as indicated in figure 15 until approx 72 of play is present j Figis b Next using two 1 mm wrenches loosen the axle bolt on the rear wheel With the axle loose adjust the rear adjuster bolts figure 16 until there is approx 1 of total play present Make sure that the wheel is properly ali
6. cent Wrench Wrenches 10 13 16 mm Open and ring Philips Head Screwdriver combination Oil Grease or Lubricant Such as WD 40 BRAKING SYSTEM The Powerboard uses a front wheel disc calliper system activated by a hand lever on the left side of the handlebar The brake is activated by squeezing the BRAKE LEVER with your left hand The powerboard also has a rear wheel friction brake that is activated by stepping on the pedal located at the rear of the deck Practice braking on a smooth dry surface to get used to the feel of the braking system Braking distance is affected by wet conditions and loose or uneven riding surfaces Always be aware of the surface you are riding on and provide plenty of distance for stopping Page 9 Adjusting the Brakes The Brakes on the Powerboard should come fully adjusted from the factory However it may be necessary to adjust the brake from time to time gt A ra Fig 12 To adjust the brakes 1 Loosen the tension screw on the Brake Lever by rotating it counter clockwise until the wheel spins freely fig 12 For further adjustment 2 With one hand depress the brake calliper using your thumb and forefinger Fig 13 3 With the other hand adjust the tension screw on the brake line a Turn the tension screw clockwise to loosen the brake b Turn the tension screw counter clockwise to tighten the brake Squeaky Brakes The brakes may squeak before they are broken in This is norma
7. gned with the frame of the powerboard and re tighten the rear wheel axle Cautiously ride the powerboard the first time to ensure that everything is in proper working order after every adjustment MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Proper care of your powerboard will insure optimal performance and longer life span The following are a few maintenance suggestions that will keep your powerboard running in top condition Daily Maintenance Perform each time you ride your unit a Clean the exterior of the unit with a soft damp rag a Check that all nuts and bolts are securely tightened Weekly Monthly Maintenance a Check the starter especially the cord and return spring a Remove the spark plug and check the electrode gap Adjust it to 0 6 mm 024 or change the spark plug a Clean the cooling fins on the cylinder head and check that the air intake at the starter is not clogged Clean the air filter Page 12 Tanaka Limited Warranty Info Engines Tanaka Kogyo Co Ltd Tanaka hereby warrants products manufactured by it or sold by it to be free from defects in material or workmanship for a period of 180 days after delivery to the first consumer end user in a non commercial application All components on PureFire engines related to the emission control system will carry a 2 YEAR warranty In the case that the product is used for commercial or rental purposes the warranty period shall be VOID In the event that the engine
8. l and will not affect the function or performance of the brakes With continued use the squeak should go away TIRES AND WHEELS The Tanaka Powerboard uses an identical rim and tire assembly on the front and rear wheels which means that the tires can be rotated The wheels are actually two wheel halves split rim bolted together to make it easier to remove and replace the tire The rear wheel is fitted with a special spacer to accommodate the sprockets while the front wheel has a bracket for the disc brake Tire wear will differ based on rider weight riding conditions and care Tire Pressure The tire must be inflated to a maximum of 60 P S I It is also recommended to use a tube additive which is obtainable from any motorcycle shop to avoid inconvenient punctures A Caution Completely deflate tire prior to disassembly of wheel as the split rim is under considerable pressure while tire is inflated Page 10 ADJUSTING THE HEAD UNIT The head unit will should come adjusted from the factory However riding on rough terrain and general use may cause the head unit to become loose over time It may be necessary to adjust the head unit from time to time To adjust the head unit 1 Rotate the handle bar as far right as it will go to expose the HEAD UNIT 2 The head unit bearings are held in place by two 40mm nuts on the underside These nuts are separated by a spacer The top nut provides the adjustment while the lower nut is
9. nternational Sales amp Marketing Inc or to the nearest Tanaka Authorized Service Dealer Tanaka reserves the right to inspect the claimed defective part s to determine if the malfunction is the result of a defect covered by this warranty This warranty will cover only defects arising under normal usage and shall not apply nor will Tanaka assume any responsibility if the failure was cause by the following Operation of product with incorrect fuel to oil ratio Misuse or abuse Negligence Accident or physical damage Repairs made by unauthorized parties and or with unauthorized parts Improper set up or altered products Improper adjustments i e carburetor etc Operation of engine speeds above Tanaka recommendations Failures due to contaminated fuel 10 Failure to operate the unit in the manner specified by the owner s manual 11 Use of non approved accessories or attachments 12 Cosmetic damage 13 Damage due to acts of God oO Oo ey Page 13 14 Commercial use 15 Improper charging of batteries 16 Attempted repairs made by non authorized dealers 17 Wear items including belts tires tubes cleaner elements and spark plugs are not covered under warranty Normal maintenance of the fuel system spark plug or spark arrester adjustments to the carburettor are not considered the responsibility of Tanaka under this warranty THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES OBLIGATIONS O
10. o have other rights which vary from state to state Page 14
11. ow ready to ride your powerboard Fueling IMPORTANT This is a two stroke engine Only run the engine using a mixture of gasoline and 2 cycle engine oil PLEASE READ OPERATING PROCEDURES BEFORE FUELING 1 Mix fuel minimum 90 octane and 2 cycle engine oil in separate container Use Tanaka Perfect Mix or a quality 50 1 two cycle oil Make sure the fuel is well mixed by shaking the container 2 Make sure that the engine is off 3 Slowly open the GAS CAP so that possible over pressure disappears 4 Clean the tank cap area to make sure that it is free from excess dirt and debris NOTE Make sure that no dirt falls into the gas tank 5 Pour pre mixed Gas Oil mixture into the GAS TANK Do not overfill 6 After fueling replace the GAS CAP and tighten Page 6 Starting A Warning Never attempt to start the engine if it is detached from the frame of the powerboard If engine is started when detached clutch components will come loose and can cause serious injury or death Before starting move at least 10 feet away from where you filled the tank Fig 7 woe i 1 Depress primer bulb several times to draw di fuel from the tank to the carburetor TPB 400GX only 2 Set the CHOKE LEVER to the CHOKE UP position Fig 7 3 Pull the RECOIL STARTER briskly making sure to hold the handle in your grasp Fig 8 Note Do not allow it to snap back let it back slowly It may be necessary to repeat this step several times un
12. r by turning the cover screw counter clockwise Fig 10 2 Rinse it in warm soap suds 3 Check that the filter is dry before reassembly 4 Put the air filter back into its original position fig 11 and replace the cover NOTE An air filter that has been used for some time cannot be cleaned completely Therefore it must regularly be replaced with a new one A damaged filter must always be replaced Page 8 Riding Make sure that all of the bolts and screws are tightened Put one foot on the deck of the powerboard While pushing off with the other foot gently squeeze the ACCELERATOR LEVER on the right side of the handlebars The powerboard will begin to move on its own power Control your speed by pressing and releasing the accelerator lever To stop release the accelerator handle and depress the BRAKE LEVER on the left side of the handlebars FOLDING AND STORAGE When you are done riding the Powerboard you can fold it down for compact storage carrying and transportation To fold down the Powerboard use one hand to push down on the FOLDING HANDLE while using the other to gently push down on the handlebars BE CAREFUL NOT TO HIT YOUR HEAD WITH THE HANDLEBAR Push down until you feel the mechanism lock into place You can now carry the Powerboard by the handlebar tube RECOMMENDED TOOLS To adjust and maintain the Tanaka Powerboard you will need the following tools Allen Keys 3 4 5 6mm Large Adjustable Cres
13. s are used on products for competition purposes the warranty shall be VOID All Tanaka supplied accessories attachments and replacement parts will carry a 90 DAYS part replacement warranty Frame Chassis Components Non gas engine components are warranted for a period of 90 days from the date of purchase If this product is found to be defective Tanaka will repair the product at no charge To obtain warranty service you must take the product to an authorized Tanaka dealer This warranty is limited to repair or replacement by Tanaka or at the premises of Tanaka Authorized Service Dealers of such parts as appear to Tanaka upon inspection to be defective in material and or workmanship The above warranties are extended to the first end user and no warranty is made nor authorized to be made assignable on resale by the first end user Tanaka makes no warranty with respect to trade accessories not manufactured by Tanaka or sold by it Such trade accessories are subject to the warranty policy of their respective manufacturers For the name and address of your nearest Authorized Tanaka Service Dealer call or write Tanaka c o International Sales amp Marketing Inc at 1028 4th Street S W Suite B Auburn WA 98001 253 333 1200 or visit their website www tanaka usa com To obtain performance of any obligation under this warranty for failure during the applicable warranty period deliver the Tanaka product shipping prepaid to Tanaka c o I
14. t without adult supervision Persons unwilling or unable to take responsibility for their own actions should not use this product The user of this product assumes ALL risks associated with its use To minimize these RISKS the user must wear safety helmet goggles gloves elbow and kneepads and appropriate footwear This product is not intended for extreme or off road use Do not jump or abuse this product Failure to follow these instructions may cause serious injury and will void warranty coverage Never attempt to disassemble the front fork suspension assembly as it contains a high tension spring that can cause serious injury when released Page 3 Table of Contents Getting to Know Your Tanaka Powerboard cccceeeeeeeeeceeeeeennneeeeeeeeeenaes 5 GeHING Stane sien tesetaceednczaeasiwrcuteesdecan sense sseeatwnateasdaentcetea amen teasers 6 FOSID eera duttarewesei aa sana erasures cua see eases T 6 Folding Handle Set Up INStructions ccc cccce cece ence eens eee eneeees 6 DANCING esser a a E ede tale a ied ace eee aa och T FCG PAIS CNG Ms atasa a es saccannan tae decssacaerunds 8 Cleaning the Air Filter PRICING aneatesdonsaeetn asec evans a a a a a a a cet POIGING amp Storag Gss aa ar a 9 Recommended TOOS cenne e EE O 9 Braking Syste Msida E eE E aR Aa 9 10 Aasin Me BraKE Segern ea a aa aoi 10 SOUECAKY Brake S orenera ee E EE AA 10 Eres and WNGCGIS coscaniorisoiise i a a a 10 TE FreSSU G csr raO
15. til the motor starts When starting the unit for the first time it may be necessary to pull the starter handle multiple times until it starts because the gas needs to be drawn into the carburetor 4 Once the engine has started quickly move the CHOKE LEVER into the RUN DOWN position Fig 7 5 After engine is started let it warm up for 2 3 minutes before riding IF THE MOTOR KEEPS STALLING AT IDLE SPEED IT MAY BE NECESSARY TO ADJUST THE IDLE SPEED ON THE CARBURETOR Page Idle Speed Adjustment Fig 9 When the idle speed is adjusted properly the engine will run smoothly without pressing the THROTTLE LEVER If adjustment is required 1 Start the engine 2 Using a long Philips head screwdriver gently close clockwise the T screw until the Powerboard starts to move forward 3 Then open counter clockwise the screw until the Powerboard stops 4 You have reached the correct idle speed when the engine runs smoothly below the RPM when the Powerboard starts to move Note Standard idle RPM is about 2500 3000 RPM WARNING When the engine is idling under no circumstances should your powerboard be moving If the unit continues to move after idle speed adjustment contact your local Tanaka Dealer Cleaning the Air Filter It is a good idea to occasionally clean the air filter to insure optimum performance To clean the air filter 1 Using a Philips head screwdriver remove the carburetor cove
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